Yes, the Griffin was to be the flagship, the lead-off hitter for the product line, but I needed to leave space for future variations on the theme.

The Kite, one such variant, called for a distinct head shape, as well as a command sensor/comm antenna. A different set of jets was formed, to distinguish the Kite from a Griffin, even if seen from the rear.

A taser-like forearm attachment for overloading enemy mechs' circuits was also incorporated. That will be shown later.I also added a variant, which I called the Trooper.

It's a stripped-down mech I saw as a line infantryman, or police response unit, or other combat role that didn't call for the Griffin's mobility jets. In the pics above, the trooper has double missile launchers, one on each shoulder, though this was just done for illustrative purposes. It is able to use the regular rifle as a main gun, just like the other two variants. Its head is similar to the standard Griffin, though it doesn't have the crest on top of its helmet.